Boca Post tracks traffic accidents, crashes, and road closures affecting Boca Raton and nearby communities, including major highways and commuter routes. This page serves as a rolling index of traffic-related incidents that may impact travel, based on official reports from law enforcement and transportation agencies.
Coverage includes serious crashes, fatal accidents, lane closures, and major traffic disruptions across southern Palm Beach County and adjacent Broward corridors.
Latest Traffic Accidents
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BREAKING: Two Killed in Oakland Park Crash; NW 9th Avenue Closed During Investigation
Developing story: This report may be updated as additional information is confirmed. Updates will appear at the bottom of the article. OAKLAND PARK, FL (Boca Post) (Copyright © 2026) — At approximately 7:15 p.m., Broward County Regional Communications received reports of a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of Northwest Ninth Avenue and Northwest 40th Street…
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Man Arrested After Sidewalk Assault, Hit-and-Run on State Road 7 in Hollywood
Hollywood police say a 46-year-old man remains in critical condition after an altercation near Johnson Street and State Road 7 ended with him being struck with a metal object and then hit by a vehicle.
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Boca Raton Driver Killed After Porsche Crosses State Road 7 and Crashes Into Canal
A Boca Raton driver was pronounced dead and a passenger remained in critical condition after a Porsche left State Road 7, crossed lanes, and went into a drainage canal in Delray Beach, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
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2nd Driver Dies Months After Southern Boulevard Crash
A two-vehicle crash on State Road 80 in Belle Glade on Aug. 10 later became a fatal case after one of the drivers died Dec. 31, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
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Three Teens Killed After BMW Loses Control, Slams Bus Stop on Federal Highway in Pompano Beach
Three teens riding in a BMW were killed Monday night in Pompano Beach after the car struck a median curb, hit another vehicle, then crashed into a bus stop before slamming a light pole and a tree, investigators said.
Fatal and Serious Traffic Crashes
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BREAKING: Two Killed in Oakland Park Crash; NW 9th Avenue Closed During Investigation
Developing story: This report may be updated as additional information is confirmed. Updates will appear at the bottom of the article. OAKLAND PARK, FL (Boca Post) (Copyright © 2026) — At approximately 7:15 p.m., Broward County Regional Communications received reports of a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of Northwest Ninth Avenue and Northwest 40th Street…
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Boca Raton Driver Killed After Porsche Crosses State Road 7 and Crashes Into Canal
A Boca Raton driver was pronounced dead and a passenger remained in critical condition after a Porsche left State Road 7, crossed lanes, and went into a drainage canal in Delray Beach, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
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Motorcyclist Killed in Collision With Pickup on Donald Ross Road
A 26-year-old motorcyclist was killed Friday morning after colliding with a pickup truck while traveling along Donald Ross Road in Palm Beach Gardens, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
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Fatal Train-Pedestrian Crash Shuts Down Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach
A pedestrian was killed Sunday morning after being struck by a southbound freight train near SE 4th Street, prompting widespread road closures in Delray Beach that have since been lifted.
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2nd Driver Dies Months After Southern Boulevard Crash
A two-vehicle crash on State Road 80 in Belle Glade on Aug. 10 later became a fatal case after one of the drivers died Dec. 31, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Road Closures and Traffic Alerts
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Boca Raton MLK Day to Feature Unity March, Mizner Park Events and Free Tree Giveaway
The City of Boca Raton will mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, with a morning breakfast, a unity march and a full-day public celebration at Mizner Park, including a rolling road closure along parts of Federal Highway.
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Multiple Fatalities Reported In Crash That Shut Down N. Federal Highway In Pompano Beach
BSO detectives say multiple people died in a Monday night crash on North Federal Highway, and the roadway remains closed as the investigation continues.
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ALL LANES OPEN: Crash Closes Dixie Highway Lanes Near Palmetto Park Road
A crash shut down several lanes on Dixie Highway near Palmetto Park Road on Monday afternoon, causing delays in both directions.
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TIS THE SEASON: Delray Tree Lighting Tonight, Boca Parade Tomorrow, More Events Ahead
Delray Beach and Boca Raton are switching on the holidays this week with a 100-foot tree lighting, a downtown street parade, and a full slate of December events for families.
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Delray Beach 100-Foot Christmas Tree Lighting to Shut Down Atlantic Avenue Tuesday Night
Delray Beach will close key stretches of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue on Tuesday night as thousands head downtown for the 100-foot Christmas tree lighting and Yuletide street festival at Old School Square.
About This Page
This page is part of Boca Post’s Public Safety coverage and tracks traffic accidents and roadway disruptions affecting Boca Raton and nearby communities. Information is updated as incidents are reported and may change as conditions develop.
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